Whispers of Romance

"Love blossom"

With a joyful expression, she entered the room, a faint blush lingering on her cheeks from her brother-in-law's playful comments. Her first stop was the closet, where she selected another set of clothes. After making her choice, she headed to the washroom to change. Once she emerged, ready in her new attire, she made her way out of the closet. However, just as she was about to exit, Viyansh entered, creating a potential collision. Wisely, Vaidehi halted, preventing any awkward encounter.

Viyansh: "Biwi again?" (Wife again?)
Vaidehi: "Kya? Ab toh main aapse takrayi bhi nahi (What? Now I didn't even bump into you.)"

Viyansh: "Haan par takrane wali toh thi na (Yes, but you were about to bump into me.)"

Vaidehi: "Aapko bahane chahiye na mujhe daatne ke (You just need excuses to scold me.)"

Viyansh: "Tumhe bhi bas bahane chahiye na mujhse chipakne ke. (You also just need excuses to stick to me.)"

Vaidehi: "Haww"

She was shocked at his shameless comment and kept her palm on her mouth while he smirked at her.

Viyansh: "Aise kya dekh rahi ho, chipakna chahti ho? (What are you looking at? Do you want to stick to me?)"

Vaidehi: "Chii kaise baatein karte hai aap, hatiye jaane dijiye mujhe. (Ugh, what kind of things you say, move and let me go)."

She pushed him aside and went downstairs. The Singhania family's evening was filled with teasing, chatting, and having fun, followed by dinner, which was prepared by Vaidehi with the rest of the men helping her. Finally, after completing all the work, they retired to their respective rooms.

As soon as Vaidehi entered their room and locked the door, Viyansh hugged her. She got startled by it but then calmed down, realizing it was him.

Vaidehi: "Kya ho gaya aapko?  (What happened to you?)"

Viyansh: "Nothing."

Vaidehi: "Then?"

Viyansh: "Do I need a reason to hug my wife?"

Vaidehi: (chuckled) "No."

They remained like that for several minutes, finding solace in each other's arms. Finally, Vaidehi broke the silence.

Vaidehi: "Um, can I change, please?"

Viyansh looked at her and then let her go. She quickly changed into her nightwear and returned to see Viyansh waiting for her on the bed, browsing his phone. She sat on the other side of the bed.

Vaidehi: "So jaiye, der ho gayi hai. (Let's sleep, it's late)."

Viyansh: "Yeah, good night."

Vaidehi: "Good night."

He closed his eyes but didn't sleep, waiting for Vaidehi to fall asleep so he could cuddle her. Viyansh looked at the other side, a smile appearing on his face as he admired the serene beauty sleeping beside him.

Viyansh's thoughts,
A lot has changed in just one day. I've come to realize my mistakes and the way I was treating her, not fully understanding what a gem she is. Spending over five hours with her today made me see her caring nature. During that time, she called everyone in the house to ensure they were okay, had their lunch, and that Dad had taken his medicine. She made sure everything was fine. Only when Dad scolded her did she stop calling them. I've come to know that she thinks of others before herself. I'm determined to make sure she doesn't need to worry about herself when I'm with her. I'll make her feel that I'm there for her.

(Vaidehi licked her lips in her sleep.)

Everything seems perfect with her, except for this one habit of hers. It's her tendency to unnecessarily lick her lips. It may be very common for her, but it makes it difficult for me to resist touching her. It gives me butterflies in my stomach. This girl is driving me crazy. I'm pretty sure that if those silly thoughts weren't clouding my mind, I would have fallen in love with her by now, maybe even love at first sight.